Dr. Gogue make shared some comments about the upcoming Board of Trustees meeting and what items were of interest.

1) A Certificate in Brewing Science being proposed by the College of Human Sciences
2) A Master’s Degree of Turfgrass Management
3) A Brief update of the Master Plan, with extensive discussion at a later date
4) A Faculty/Student Lounge between Shelby and Lowder Hall
5) A Reaffirming of the Mission Statement by the Board of Trustees

Dr. Gogue also mentioned the progress of the Trustee selection, the academic recognition of two students, and the input needed on the Toomer’s Corner options.

In order to facilitate the adjustment of students to the rigors of Auburn University course work, faculty teaching core courses must record in Banner an early alert grade for all students enrolled in those classes one week prior to midterm. This process will permit students to seek tutoring or take other action before the midterm drop deadline.

Policy was presented. Discussion took place (see transcript)
Motion Approved: 42 to 31

University Writing Committee
Presenter: Margaret Marshall, Chair of University Writing Committee
Changes in Membership of the University Writing CommitteeResolution Request (word file)